To change the subject, I have heard very little mention made of the sophomore reception in the house.

I wonder if it is because some of the girls have no evening gowns ?" Grace sat up in her chair, with a start of surprise.

"Really, Emma, I had forgotten all about the reception.

I suppose it slipped my mind because it is to be held so much later this year on account of repairing the gymnasium.

It will hardly be over until Thanksgiving will be upon us, and then, oh, joy! we'll see the dear old Sempers.